Plant genus Acorus
Common Name Japanese Sweet Flag
Foliage type Herbaceous, Perennial
Hardiness Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect South Facing, East Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Green
Leaf colour Green, White, Cream
Growth Rate Moderate
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Iris, Primrose, Ferns
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Frequent watering / Pond plant
Best Growing Conditions This plant is frost hardy (down to -20C). It thrives in moist soil which does not dry out but is happier with its roots in water. To propagate, divide the rhizome towards the beginning of the growing season, and only plant out when fully established.
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